I’m stoked to announce the sound plugin for autotest. This simple chunk of code will fire off sounds for different events in autotest. I’ve provided a set of custom-made sounds, produced with my trusty Nord Modular synthesizer and fine-tuned for an optimal testing experience. You should be able to use these all day without annoying your neighbors too much.

Here’s what you need to do:

1. Install mgp321

in OS X:

$ sudo port install mpg321

for Linux:

$ sudo apt-get install mpg321

2. Download and extract the plugin

The starter sound fx are in the zip file. Extract it in your home directory, it will create ~/autotest/sound.

3. Configure your ~/.autotest file:

I’ve been using this setup for several weeks now. I initially wrote it as a gag, but I have since found it to be incredibly useful. It’s nice know what your testing status via audio - you don’t have to switch windows or take your eyes off the code. I’ve even turned off Growl, I don’t need it any more. audio makes testing more fun. :)

If there are any problems or feedback, please post a comment here.

UPDATE: Plugin instructions and zip file updated, now with Windows support. Thanks, John and Jamie.